Kara Henderson
Clifton Forge,VA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at LewisGale Alleghany, specializing in patient assessments and critical care. Expert in medication and IV administration, coupled with exceptional patient education skills. Demonstrated success in mentoring new nurses and enhancing patient recovery rates through meticulous care and advanced clinical practices. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
LewisGale Alleghany
09.2020 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patients during recovery and provided post-operative care.
Registered Nurse
Physicians To Women
02.2014 - 11.2020
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Expedited triage process for incoming patients experiencing potential obstetrical emergencies such as preterm labor or preeclampsia symptoms.
- Preformed NST's, fetal heart tones
- Worked side by side providers while doing vaginal exams and breast exams.
- Assisted providers during vaginal procedures such as D&C, hysteroscopies, ablations, lipo suction and more.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dabney S Lancaster Community College
Clifton Forge, VA05.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA07.2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient Care
- IV setup
- Licensed RN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Precepting
Timeline
Registered Nurse
LewisGale Alleghany
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Physicians To Women
02.2014 - 11.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dabney S Lancaster Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
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